Walsall Nursery Plan Approved After Council Refusal Overturned
A government planning inspector has granted permission for a 130-place nursery in Aldridge, overturning Walsall Council's refusal over highway safety concerns.
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Solihull Leaders Query Housing Plan Deadline Flexibility
Solihull Council leaders question if the December 2026 deadline for their housing plan is flexible, as uncertainty grows over meeting government targets amid ongoing disputes.
DWP Bank Checks: Exempt Households Named
New DWP powers allow bank account checks for benefits claimants, but certain households remain exempt. Discover which benefits are targeted and why State Pension recipients are safe.
Newcastle Households Get £300 DWP Cost of Living Help
Eligible households in Newcastle are receiving one-off payments of £200-£300 from the DWP's Household Support Fund to help with the cost of living crisis.
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Cinnabar Hertford Licence Variation Application Submitted
Belvue Business Hub Ltd has applied to vary the premises licence for Cinnabar in Hertford, seeking extended hours for films, music, sports, dance, alcohol sales, and late-night refreshment until 3:45am on weekends.
Plymouth Planning Notice: Listed Buildings and Redevelopment
Plymouth City Council has issued a statutory planning notice detailing applications for listed building works and a major redevelopment of the Plymouth Register Office site, inviting public comments.
Plymouth's The Kitchen Applies for Alcohol Licence
Trei Mates Ltd has applied to Plymouth City Council for a premises licence to sell alcohol at The Kitchen on Union Street. The public can submit representations until February 13, 2026.
Dad 'Hysterical' After Baby Death, Court Hears
A father became hysterical and repeatedly apologised after learning his five-week-old daughter had died from catastrophic injuries, Stafford Crown Court hears as both parents deny murder charges.
Newcastle Cost of Living Payments Rise to £300
Newcastle City Council boosts Household Support Fund payments by £100 for eligible residents receiving Child Benefit, raising total support to £300 per household.
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Willenhall Factory Demolition Starts Regeneration
Demolition of derelict factories in Willenhall's Locksmith Quarter has commenced, marking a major step in a regeneration scheme to build up to 107 new homes, funded by Levelling Up and WMCA.
New Carrington 155-home scheme approved despite concerns
Trafford planning committee grants conditional approval for Redrow's 155-home development in New Carrington, despite Environment Agency objections and traffic impact warnings.
Suella Braverman Defects to Reform UK
Former Home Secretary Suella Braverman has left the Conservative Party to join Reform UK, criticising the government's record on immigration and public services.
Dudley Grit Bin Showdown as Petition Hits 1,000 Names
Dudley Council faces an extraordinary meeting after a 968-signature petition demands reinstatement of removed grit bins, with political parties clashing over winter safety.
DWP Reviews Pension Credit in Major Fraud Crackdown
The Department for Work and Pensions announces a full review of Pension Credit claims affecting 1.4 million people as part of Labour's welfare fraud reduction strategy.
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Portsmouth's £200 Cost of Living Fund - Apply by Feb 26
Portsmouth City Council opens final Household Support Fund window offering £150-£200 payments to low-income residents struggling with energy and water bills. Applications close February 26.
Rachel Reeves Confirms £150 Cost of Living Boost for Everyone
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed a £150 reduction in average annual energy bills for all households, with additional support for six million low-income families bringing total savings to £300.
Trump to Review 'Everything' After Guilty Verdict
Former US President Donald Trump has announced he will review 'everything' following his guilty verdict in the hush money trial, with major implications for his 2024 campaign.
West of England Sets £416m Budget for Transport and Housing
The West of England Combined Authority proposes a 9% budget increase to £416m for 2026-27, with £7m for pothole repairs, £11m for housing, and support for cultural projects like Fashion Museum Bath.
MEPC to Lead £200m Bolton Regeneration
Bolton Council selects MEPC, developer behind Manchester's NOMA, to transform the former Crompton Place shopping centre into a mixed-use development with homes, offices, and leisure facilities.
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BBC Licence Fee Reform Could See More Households Paying
Outgoing BBC Director-General Tim Davie warns the broadcaster faces 'profound jeopardy' without licence fee reform, suggesting changes could require more households to contribute funding.
Youth Must Be Central to Senedd Manifestos for Wales' Future
An analysis argues that Welsh political parties need to integrate youth-focused policies on housing, jobs, and entrepreneurship into their core economic strategies to retain young talent and drive prosperity.
Market Harborough Residents Shape Local Governance Future
Residents in Market Harborough are encouraged to participate in a crucial consultation on establishing a parish council, which could transfer local services and decision-making powers from the district council.
Labour Blocks Andy Burnham's MP Bid
Labour's National Executive Committee has rejected Andy Burnham's request to seek selection for the Gorton and Denton by-election, with senior figures divided over the decision.
£250 Cost of Living Payment for Non-Benefit Households
East Riding of Yorkshire Council announces one-off £250 payments for working households not on DWP benefits or Universal Credit who face financial hardship.
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Smethwick HMO Plan Rejected Again by Council
Sandwell Council has rejected a second application to convert a Cheshire Road home into an eight-bed HMO, citing parking problems, poor living conditions, and neighbour disturbance.
Historic Wolverhampton Bank to Become Flats and Cafe
A planning application seeks to convert the 148-year-old grade II listed former Lloyds Bank in Wolverhampton into 20 flats and a cafe, preserving its Italian Renaissance features.
29 Council Elections Postponed, Four Midlands Councils Affected
The Government has confirmed 29 council elections across England will be postponed this May, including four Midlands authorities, as part of local government reorganisation plans.
DWP £775 Bonus Payments on Top of Benefits
The Department for Work and Pensions is distributing £775 in bonus payments through schemes like the Household Support Fund, Warm Home Discount, and Cold Weather Payment.
Council Tax 50% Cut for 12 UK Household Types
Council tax bills are being reduced by 50% for 12 specific household types under Labour government regulations. Discover the full list and eligibility criteria.
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DWP Crackdown on Universal Credit Overpayments
The Department for Work and Pensions is launching a major initiative to tackle Universal Credit overpayments, which reached £6.3 billion last year, affecting eight million claimants.
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